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Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victims, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life. Join our ATC EMAIL LIST Become a subscriber to Australian True Crime Plus here: https://plus.acast.com/ ...
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Lyn and Chris Dawson appear to have the perfect marriage. He's a star footballer and popular high school teacher. She's a devoted wife and mother. They share a beautiful home above Sydney's northern beaches. But when Lyn goes missing, dark secrets are buried. This is no fairytale, but a sordid story of strangely close twin brothers, teenage student lovers, and probable murder. The Australian's Hedley Thomas digs deep into a cold case which has been unsolved for 36 years, uncovering startling ...
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Join Shaun as he chats about a crime, mystery, conspiracy or haunting, and something a bit lighter from pop culture or politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Naked City

The Age and Sydney Morning Herald

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Take a journey into the dark depths of the Australian criminal underworld with Australia’s most formidable crime reporter - John Silvester.
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Troubled Waters

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Troubled Waters is a 10-part ground-breaking podcast exploring the untold story of Louisa Ioannidis' tragic and mysterious death in 2011. Louisa Ioannidis was only 24. Beautiful, courageous, and vulnerable, yet her untimely death barely received a two-line report in a small local newspaper. Her body was discovered by passers-by in a local creek, clad in a pink dressing gown. Despite being a strong swimmer, police quickly determined there were no suspicious circumstances. Yet no one has been ...
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Reward Offered takes you on a deep dive into unsolved Australian cases with financial rewards on offer. We don't just examine each crime but also the unique aspects that inform each case. Our goal is to expand community awareness of these crimes & offer accurate, thorough, informative coverage. If you know something, say something. How much is your information worth?
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Subscribe to Crime X+ today. Andrew Rule is one of Australia's most prolific journalists and authors. In Life and Crimes, the True Crime Australia and Sunday Herald Sun columnist shines a light on the dark corners of Australian life, from the story behind the biggest mysteries, to the characters of yesterday and the crims of today. Produced by Jonty Burton.
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William Tyrrell was a three year old boy who disappeared from the village of Kendall, on the mid-north-coast of New South Wales. Key facts were kept from the public, from day one. A lot of what was reported, especially early on, was false. In the new podcast, Nowhere Child, The Australian’s Caroline Overington delves into a case where notions of class and privilege; opportunity and poverty came crashing together, to create a nightmare for William Tyrrell. Music used in this podcast: Daniel B ...
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He was born Hamish Watson, a surfie dude from Sydney – but he could morph into whatever you needed him to be. Hamish is due to be sentenced to jail in early 2019 for swindling a handful of victims out of more than $7m. But these crimes are just the final pages in a resume too thick to staple; for decades he’s duped victims in the US, Canada, Britain, Hong Kong and Australia. How did he do it? How did he evade authorities around the world for so long and what’s he done with all those tens of ...
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Motive and Method

Xanthe Mallett and Tim Watson-Munro

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Motive & Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join criminologist Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders tick behind some of history’s most notorious cases. This show will provide insights from two minds who have worked within the legal justice system for decades. You will also hear from victim survivors of some of these crimes, investigators who were directly involved in cases, and advocates for change who sh ...
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Once the proceedings begin, this podcast will bring you all the key updates from the case involving accused triple murderer, Erin Patterson, and an allegedly poisonous mushroom lunch. If and when the case proceeds to a full trial, we'll cover it daily. It's the case that's captured the attention of the world. Erin Patterson, charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder, is now waiting for her day in court. She says she's innocent. The charges stem from a Beef Welli ...
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For exclusive content and early access to episodes, as well early tickets to Narelle Fraser Live Events visit our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/narellefraserinterviews Narelle Fraser was in the Victorian Police Force for 27 years, 15 of which were spent as a detective dealing with everything from a stolen bicycle to a stolen life. However, Narelle’s career was cut short when she succumbed to PTSD, retiring in 2012 and reinventing herself as a public speaker and occasional guest on th ...
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The Australian Police Journal (APJ) is the country’s preeminent true crime and policing publication, and it has launched a monthly podcast series! Join host Jason Byrnes (jason@apjl.com.au) as he discusses new APJ articles as well as interviews authors and other people of note, about serious crimes, police history, contemporary developments in policing, and future initiatives. The 'APJ' and 'Policing Australia: The Official Podcast of the Australian Police Journal' are produced by the Austra ...
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The Conditional Release Program

Jack the Insider and Joel Hill

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Welcome to The Conditional Release Program, a podcast that delves into the netherworld of cults, crims and con artists. Who would have thought a spicy chest cough would turn everyone so completely mad? Our weekly show covers the conspiracy theorists that created a 'shadow pandemic' of political idiocy and violent ideation within the fringe of politics. From time to time we get our hands even dirtier with true crime deep dives. Jack is a seasoned expert in the true crime genre, having written ...
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Case Closed is a podcast focused on crimes both real and imagined. On season 6, we're serializing Jane Harper's bestselling thriller, THE DRY. Follow along each week as Federal Agent Aaron Falk unearths big secrets in a small Australian town. Start listening now!
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Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. Journey into their world, joining them on epic adventures to unfamiliar places, back in time to wild moments of history, and into their deepest memories, to be moved by personal stories of resilience and redemption. Hosted by Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, Conversations is the ABC's most popular long-form interview program. Every day we explore the vast tapestry of human experience, wea ...
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Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence. You can support us on Patreon, with a one-off donation, or grab some merch. Sarah Steel's debut book Do As I Say is available now. “A fascinating and well-researched look into cults and th ...
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Theo Hayez is missing in Byron Bay, a beautiful beachside town on Australia’s most easterly mainland point, frequently in the spotlight for its famous residents. Theo's from Brussels. He's 18 and on a backpacking holiday when he vanishes in May 2019. Behind the scenes local volunteers who've never met Theo begin searching and investigating with his family, parallel to a major police investigation. At the request of Theo's family, The Australian newspaper's national crime correspondent David ...
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An Australian true crime podcast based in Adelaide, city of churches and sinners.Adelaide has a reputation it can't seem to shake, the murder capital of Australia. This podcast has a distinctly laid back approach to the gruesome topics covered. Seeking to shed light on many under reported cases, the semi anonymous host flies solo most of the time with the occasional guest host, gin & tonic. The podcast is accidentally funny, and also has serious in your face feel that is truly Australian. Ne ...
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Reckless Rumbles - WWYD?

Reckless Rumbles with Kat and Dee

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From the Reckless Rumbles channel comes the WWYD: "What Would You Do?" Series– the podcast that delves deep into the intricacies of life and relationships, sparking thought-provoking conversations that challenge your perspectives and ignite your curiosity. Hosted by a Kat & Dee, a queer Asian couple from the vibrant city of Melbourne, Australia, "WWYD" isn't just a podcast – it's your guide through the twists and turns of relationships and life situationships. Join us as we navigate the comp ...
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Murder in the Land of Oz

That's Not Canon Productions

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Who said nothing ever happens in Brisbane? Join hosts Jessica Kate and Ellen Rose as they dig up the skeletons buried in our own back yard and take you on a macabre tour around Australia’s third largest city - home to the Stefan Needle, the Brown Snake, the crushing feeling that you’re trapped in a dead-end town that you can never leave, and some of the most brutal murders in Australian history. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/murder-in-the-land-of-oz. Hosted on Acast. See acast ...
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A much-loved mother, teacher and friend steps on a plane for an overseas adventure and is never seen again. Marion Barter, the former wife of Australian soccer great Johnny Warren, went missing in 1997. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are bizarre. Her daughter has never given up hope of finding her. This is her quest.
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True Aussie Murders. Caffeinated. Join your host, Belinda Brady, as she takes a deep dive into some of the most gruesome, brutal, and unbelievable Australian murders over a cup of coffee...or two. Some murders are well known and are etched into Australia's crime history, others not so much, but each as brutal and real as they come. Coffee not mandatory to listen to this fortnightly true crime podcast, but it certainly helps!
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Cold Case Western Australia

Western Australia Police Force

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They're the crimes that continue to haunt grieving family members and the wider community - cold case murders. Cold Case Western Australia is the official podcast of WA Police Force which examines unsolved murders. The series includes in-depth interviews with detectives investigating the cases, and with family members of the victims. Cold Case Western Australia is hosted by Neil Poh - a veteran crime reporter and a former media advisor for WA Police Force. The series has been commissioned as ...
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Bronwyn

The Australian

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The Teacher’s Pet creator Hedley Thomas returns with a new podcast investigation for The Australian. Bronwyn Winfield disappeared 31 years ago from the idyllic surf town of Lennox Head. She was a devoted mother of two little girls, and was going through a painful separation from her husband, Jon Winfield. Jon Winfield has always maintained Bronwyn just went away and denies any wrongdoing. Subscribers to The Australian and registered users hear episodes of ‘Bronwyn’ first. Plus, you can read ...
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Australian True Crime Cold Case. Exploring the unsolved murder of a 22 year old nurse, bludgeoned to death as she left for work. Narrated by family and friends of the victim. If you know anything that might shed light on this case, please report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 For on or off the record conversations, you can email justiceforNina@hotmail.com
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Shattered Lives

Reach Ireland Podcasts

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Tragedy, Murder, and Justice We speak to victims of crime, some solved, some unsolved and some unresolved, and how their lives are forever changed and their continued search for justice.
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True crime conversations with people closest to some of Australia’s most compelling cases. From Doctors, to family members and the victims themselves, these perspectives not often heard in Australian media will amaze you. For more Crime content search the LiSTNR app.
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CrimPod

Australian Institute of Criminology

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The Australian Institute of Criminology's podcast series. In this series, we want to share with you some of the latest research on a range of contemporary crime and justice issues affecting Australia. We'll talk about some of the research we’re doing at the Institute, but also explore some of the research we’re funding our academic partners to undertake in universities across Australia.
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Last Podcast On The Left

The Last Podcast Network

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The Last Podcast on the Left covers all the horrors our world has to offer, both imagined and real. From demons and slashers to cults and serial killers, The Last Podcast is guaranteed to satisfy your bloodlust. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes and get exclusive access to bonus content.
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Betoota Talks

The Betoota Advocate

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Clancy Overell and Errol Parker, editors of the explicitly raw but iconic Outback Australian newspaper known as The Betoota Advocate report fiercely - without fear or favour.
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The Front

The Australian

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The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms. To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store.
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So You Want to be a Writer

Australian Writers' Centre

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Everything you’ve always wanted to know about succeeding in the world of writing and publishing. Learn practical writing techniques, go behind-the-scenes and discover how real-life authors got their big break. Uncover the creative processes of writers who have made it. Your host is Valerie Khoo – author, journalist, creative and CEO of the Australian Writers’ Centre.
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Crime After Crime

John Lordan & Danelle Hallan

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A monthly podcast where two true crime YouTubers, Danelle Hallan and John Lordan, challenge each other to tell the best story about a true crime related topic. Listeners voting online will determine the winner. New episodes premiere on the first of each month.
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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Mark 'Trigger' Tregellas is a country copper through and through, and has served in various towns around Victoria during his three decades in the job. They were tough towns full of tough people, and even though Mark…
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The bodies of Danny, Jayne, Mark and Ruth were found two days after their final shift at Burger Chef in late 1978, 20 miles away in a rural field. They’d been shot, stabbed and bashed - each of their murders telling its own devastating tale of the teenagers' last terrifying moments alive. Their deaths shocked their small tight-knit community and no…
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On the 26 August 2024, Justin Stein was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for the brutal and callous murder of 9-year-old Charlise Mutten in January 2022. Stein claimed that the child’s mother, Kallista Mutten, to whom he was engaged, was the one who shot and killed her. But evidence proved otherwise. GPS tracking on Stein’s phone…
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As a young child, chunks of Brenda's early memories were missing until her biological mother told her the truth. Together they are slowly healing Wiradjuri woman Brenda Matthews was stolen from her family, along with her six siblings, when she was two-years-old. She came from a loving, hardworking, religious family. She was fostered by an affection…
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Meet memoirist Louise Southerden about her book Tiny, which details her experience building a tiny house while going through a challenging relationship. Louise shares her journey into travel writing, the dynamics of writing personal stories, and techniques for capturing the essence of travel experiences. 00:00 Introduction 04:16 Nat Newman’s writin…
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An activist artist, a startled orchestra and lots of lawyers - how our latest cultural Gaza drama unfolded. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes …
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Jack's in England gallivanting around and spending fake money on things like Cricket and lager. So it makes total sense to bring it full circle and have our brilliant British mates from Some Dare Call It Conspiracy join Joel for a chat. We discuss the last year or so with Brent's story becoming global news, and then we look at things that will make…
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When a devastating injury ended Jack Beaumont's career as a jet fighter pilot, he decided to become a spy, in the French Secret Service. Jack Beaumont (not his real name) is a former intelligence operative and the author of several spy thrillers. Jack grew up in a turbulent family in Paris and when he got older he decided to train as a jet fighter …
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Mark 'Trigger' Tregellas is a country copper through and through, and has served in various towns around Victoria during his three decades in the job. They were tough towns full of tough people, and even though Mark is definitely among the toughest, he's managed to retain his sense of humour. Mark has written a book called "Backup is Three Hours Aw…
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You've heard of WWE, you've heard of UFC, you've seen the renaissance of Australian boxing with the Tszyu brothers - now it's time to cheer on the Australians in ONE CHAMPIONSHIP. The Betoota Advocate talks to Sydney's Isi Fitikefu about his upcoming bout against Hiroyuki “Japanese Beast” Tetsuka in ONE’s welterweight MMA division on September 6. T…
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Brisbane City Council was allegedly robbed of $330,000 by the e-scooter company Beam Mobility last year. Now, it wants its money back. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edi…
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Henry & Eddie sit down with journalist and author Philip Eil to discuss his latest book Prescription for Pain and the story of his father's former classmate Dr. Paul Volkman, the Chicago Physician who received four life sentences for illegally distributing pills that led to the deaths of multiple people. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Pod…
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WARNING: DISTURBING CONTENT. Last week, we examined the murders of Margaret and Seana Tapp. This week, we look at the police investigation and some of the men suspected of the crimes. Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: lifeandcrimes@news.com.au Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewrule Advertising enquiries: n…
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This week the boys are getting some much-needed R&R so it's time for another compilation of some of our favorite spooky moments in this - Best Of: Hauntings (2023-2024) with a special introduction from Ed Larson! Featured Episodes: Episode 553: Madame LaLaurie Part II - Evil Enough Side Stories: Marcus Meets a Ghost Episode 562: Haunted Dolls : Red…
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Esteemed crime reporter and host of the Naked City podcast John ‘Sly’ Silvester joins The Missing Campers Trial to talk about his interview with Russell Hill’s daughter, and the shooting deaths of Gregory Lynn’s former neighbours. To read Sly's interview, and his coverage of this case. Download The Age app from your app store. See omnystudio.com/li…
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Wendell Hussey, Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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While struggling with PTSD, social researcher Rebecca Huntley chose an unconventional and underground path to healing — MDMA therapy. Rebecca Huntley is well known to many Australians for her formidable intellect and career as a broadcaster, an author and a social researcher. But despite her impressive public-facing life, in private, Rebecca's trau…
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Children’s author Carla Fitzgerald is author of the middle-grade novel How to Break a World Record and Survive Grade 5. Carla shares insights into writing compelling stories for children and offers five must-do tips for aspiring middle-grade authors. Additionally, Nat Newman provides a practical app tip about the benefits of using Google Docs. And …
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Qantas is spending $230m for better food and finding lost bags, and paying staff more – so can Australians rediscover trust in this brand? Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and…
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Join your host Belinda over a beverage or two as she discusses baby farmers John and Sarah Makin and yes, it is as bad as it sounds. In 1893, married couple John and Sarah Makin were trusted and paid for to care for infants by desperate, often destitute, parents, a practice known as baby farming, which was not uncommon in those times, but horrifica…
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It used to be a job for life, but in recent years the number of gardai leaving the force has increased dramatically. Why are so many officers leaving? And what jobs are available to them on civvy street? Today, Mick talks to former garda Stephen Moore who now advises officers on career paths outside the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …
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When Carolyn Blacklock's passport was confiscated from her in a foreign country she was faced with a scary reality that got wilder at every turn Carolyn Blacklock's passport was taken from from her at the Port Moresby International Airport when she was trying to get on a plane back to Australia. It was at that moment she realised just how much trou…
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Ever since the mysterious death of Boston Policeman John O’Keefe, during a snowy night in 2022, the small town where he died has been divided. There are two very distinct camps. Was John killed by those at a house party, inside a house full of police and law enforcement, who then proceeded to cover up his murder? Or did his girlfriend Karen Read ki…
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Summer Break is in full effect at LPN so this week Henry & Ed bring you a very special Side Stories dispatch from Contact in the Desert 2024 as the boys sit down with journalist and former civil servant for the UK Ministry of Defence from 1985 to 2006 - the "real Fox Mulder", Nick Pope joins the show to discuss his time handling the UFO phenomenon …
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A year of catastrophes – from a pushy chairman to an Olympic torch disaster – culminate in a 22pc profit slump at Nine Entertainment. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen …
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Kári Gíslason was 18 when he met a mysterious stranger called 'the Pirate' on the Greek island of Corfu. When he fled the island, he left behind a debt he promised to one day repay. When Kári Gíslason was 18, he came to the island of Corfu as a stony-broke traveller. But he quickly found work in a little town: lime washing walls and working as a bu…
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A QLD Supreme Court judge has dismissed the defamation action brought against The Australian by the man acquitted of killing Shandee Blackburn. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced b…
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This week we will be talking about female sexual predators, in the wake of two women school teachers being accused of sexual assaulting boys in their care. There appear to have been a spate of these types of alleged cases this year, but are cases of alleged abuse by teachers on the rise, or are more alleged cases being reported? We will addressing …
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Andy McCarthy found passion for solar power as a high school dropout. He began one of Australia's biggest solar businesses, right in the heart of Victoria's coal country. But then a breakdown changed everything for Andy and his family Andy McCarthy dropped out of high school in year 10. He was a highly energetic kid but found it difficult to latch …
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In this special episode, we bring you an edited version of the recent webinar featuring bestselling author Kate Forsyth. The episode is jam-packed with insights, focusing on five essential lessons from different genres that can improve your writing. Kate Forsyth delves into historical fiction, crime and mystery, romance, fantasy, and magic realism,…
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Our expert believes airstrikes by Israel and Hezbollah will reduce the risk of war in the Middle East. So what next for the conflict? Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edit…
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In this two-part series, historian Paul Ham traces how our definition and understanding of the human soul has transformed over thousands of years. Humans have been probing their own invisible inner voice since the Stone Age. But where did the concept of the soul even come from? And is it really what separates the living from the dead? Historian and…
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Two of Australia's musical royalty have joined forces to form a new outfit - Fanning Dempsey National Park. Powderfinger's Bernard Fanning and Something For Kate's Paul Dempsey stopped by the Desert Rock FM studio to talk through their illustrious careers, what brought them together, and obviously, their favourite national parks. Their new album Th…
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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Scott Johnson's naked body was found on the rocks at Blue Fish Point near Manly in Sydney in December 1988. Above him loomed the jagged cliffs from which he had fallen the night before. Manly police were quick to de…
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Scott Johnson's naked body was found on the rocks at Blue Fish Point near Manly in Sydney in December 1988. Above him loomed the jagged cliffs from which he had fallen the night before. Manly police were quick to declare his death a suicide, even though gay men were being found in similar circumstances around the Sydney shoreline with shocking regu…
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